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Million-Dollar Winner: Powerball Ticket Sold In Manalapan Hits It Big
The million-dollar winner was purchased from the Soda King convenience store on Gordons Corner Road in Manalapan, the New Jersey Lottery said in a news release on Monday, July 1. The ticket matched five numbers in the Powerball drawing on Saturday, June 29. The winning numbers were 26, 51, 54,...
Discount clothing chain has going-out-of-business sale in NJ
FREEHOLD — If you like to shop for discount clothing and shoes, listen up. All Bob’s Stores, a subsidiary of GoDigital Media Group, are closing after the company filed Chapter 11 on June 18. The stores are now holding a liquidation sale, including their one New Jersey store...
A New Italian Restaurant Is Opening Inside One Of NJ’s Oldest Historical Buildings
New Jersey is filled with really interesting and historic places to eat. For example, my mind always goes to the Cranbury Inn in Cranbury New Jersey. It's a colonial-era inn and restaurant and rumor has it that it's also super haunted. I actually got an email from a listener the...
The best dive bars in New Jersey you need to visit
Everybody has a go-to spot in the neighborhood. It's probably important to qualify the term "dive bar". In my opinion, the definition has changed from the run-down, dirty place that is pictured in movies, to a hyper-local, regular hangout with a decent beer selection. On Wednesday this week, I'll join...
Dave & Buster's, Freehold Athletic Club get OK to come to Freehold Raceway Mall
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP - Two new tenants will bring arcade games and pickleball to Freehold Raceway Mall. Freehold Raceway Mall's owner, The Macerich Co., has received an OK from the township Planning Board to bring Dave & Buster's, the popular arcade, sports bar and restaurant, and Freehold Athletic Club to the mall.
Dave Portnoy has visited these Shore pizzerias. Here's how he scored them
The One Bite Pizza Festival takes place Sept. 14, and eight New Jersey pizzerias are participating. All of the contestants — including Brooklyn Square Pizza in Jackson, Toms River and Manalapan, and Federici's Family Restaurant in Freehold Borough — were chosen by the festival's host, David Portnoy of YouTube's "One Bite Pizza...
New Owners for Café Du Pain Bakery in Lawrence, NJ; Changing Name
I'm so disappointed to hear the news that Café Du Pain Bakery in Lawrence Township has been sold. The bakery in the Lawrence Shopping Center will be getting a new name, according to a new social media post on Tuesday (July 2). The post reads, "Important news. We are...
Menlo Park Mall: A Premier Shopping and Entertainment Destination in Edison, New Jersey
Menlo Park Mall, located in Edison, New Jersey, at the junction of U.S. Route 1 and Parsonage Road, has transformed significantly since its inception into a two-level super regional shopping destination. Managed by Simon Property Group, the mall boasts a substantial 1,332,132 square feet of leaseable space, catering to diverse consumer needs and preferences.
Groovy Playground Closed Amid Dispute
OCEAN GROVE - As of today, a sign hanging on the gate of the playground called Groovy Playground on the west side of Fletcher Lake states "CLOSED As per Neptune Township, they are no longer responsible for maintaining the Childrens Playground park. In the absence of an agreement with the Township, OCGMA (sic) has closed this area until further notice." According to Monmouth County tax data, this parcel of land, identified as Block 101/Lot 9, on which the playground is located, is property owned by Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association. This property is valued at $891,400 and last year, OGCMA paid $16,353.41 in taxes for this parcel. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to the Township, no agreement making the Township responsible for Groovy Park exists at this time, and they have been advised against maintaining any parts of privately owned property. The Township is responsible for the following parks in town: Founders, Firemans, Greenleaf, Amanda Berry Smith (formerly Boswell) and the property bordering Wesley Lake. TAPinto Neptune has reached out to OCGMA for comment and this article will be updated if a response is received. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
As you wish, NJ! Go behind-the-scenes of The Princess Bride with one of its stars
For my money, there’s no better comfort movie than The Princess Bride. Pretty much every scene has a classic line:. Good night, Wesley. Good work. Sleep well. I’ll most likely kill you in the morning. One of my favorites.... Inconceivable!. You keep using that word… I do not...
Best Waterfront Dining Chosen by You in Ocean and Monmouth Counties
So this is a labor of love especially since we are in the midst of summer and true outdoor dining prime time. We are blessed here at the Jersey Shore with some of the best waterfront dining anywhere in America. There is nothing better than having a meal here on the Jersey Shore overlooking our beautiful waters and having a delicious meal. The view and the taste are incredible and we have some fantastic choices. I decided to find out the best waterfront options here at the Shore from the people who know best, you at home. I asked you to recommend the best waterfront dining restaurants and you came through big time with fantastic locations.
Trenton-Mercer Airport Opens New Taxiway
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson and elected officials from Mercer County held a ribbon cutting on June 25, to mark the opening of the recently completed Parallel Taxiway Delta at Trenton-Mercer Airport. The construction of the Parallel Taxiway Delta creates safer, more efficient, taxiway for aircraft to enter the runway....
Limited Edition Tie-Dye Tees For Sale at Rescue by Lacey
MILLTOWN, NJ - Fourth of July is on Thursday. If anyone is looking for a bit of red, white and blue to wear for the borough's annual Fourth of July festivities, stop by Rescued by Lacey. A limited number of tye-dye shirts, handmade by the children of Milltown Fourth of July Committee members, are available for pre-sale through Wednesday. A limited number of commemorative shirts will also be sold at the Milltown Fourth of July tent in Gloria Bradford Borough Park following Thursday's parade. Shirts are $20 and all sales are cash only. Shirt proceeds go to support Milltown's Fourth of July celebration. Rescued by Lacey is located at 84 North Main Street. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Somerset County lottery player wins $50K playing Powerball
A lottery player in Somerset County won $50,000 in the Saturday, June 29, Powerball drawing. The winning ticket was sold at Shop Rite in the Somerset section of Franklin Township, 435 Elizabeth Ave. The winning numbers were: 26, 52, 54, 61 and 69. The Red Powerball number was 25. Players...
Adopt These 5 Adorable Pets in Ocean County Today
Adopt These 5 Adorable Pets in Ocean County Today — These adorable pets are only some of the animals that are available for adoption in Ocean County. Please contact the shelters located throughout Ocean County with any inquires. There are two locations in Ocean County, one in Manahawkin and...
Don’t miss central Pa. native Bret Michaels back home this fall: Where to buy tickets
Bret Michaels is bringing his “Parti Gras 2.0″ tour to central Pa. this fall, along with a few friends. Michaels, the frontman for Poison, will perform on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course in Grantville along with Dee Snider of Twisted Sister, Don Felder, Mark McGrath of Sugar Ray and opening acts Great White and Dave Bray.
Annual Art All Night event returns to Trenton for first time in 5 years
Art lovers are back in Trenton for the Annual Art All Night event.For the first time in five years, the two-day weekend event was held in the Trenton War Memorial Theater."It's a huge comeback here. We haven't been live since 2019. It's a big community event. People are eager for us to come back," said Artistic Director, Addison Vincent.Hundreds of local artists have their work on display and for purchase.The event also features a film showcase and live music from local performers and bands.For Doretta Wright Simmons, the show also includes her fashion."I look at music as art, I look...
Music of Moody Blues Comes to State Theatre
LODGE IS LIVE: John Lodge, right, with Jon Davison and Duffy King, will perform classics from The Moody Blues in a concert on Saturday, July 13 at the State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick. (Photo by Dana Grubb) State Theatre New Jersey presents The Moody Blues’ John Lodge on...
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